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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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